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MLK Embrace Honors: Friends & Family Sneaker Affair

One year after the official unveiling of “The Embrace” memorial and 1965 Freedom Plaza on Boston Common, Embrace Boston welcomed over 1,200 community members to the second annual Friends & Family Sneaker Affair on Sunday, Jan. 14.

RCC unveils new mural

Roberto Chao, who has painted over 50 community murals around the city, collaborated with other artists and Roxbury Community College to unveil an 85-foot mural on the campus.

The “Divine Nine” gathering

Leaders of the “Divine Nine” fraternities and sororities convened on Aug. 13 at Union Chapel on Martha’s Vineyard for a public conversation sponsored by the Union Chapel Education and Cultural Institute’s (UCECI) Charles Ogletree Public Forum series.

Taste of Ethnic Boston

Fifteen of Boston’s finest multicultural eateries and beverage companies showcase their talents at Taste of Ethnic Boston.

Banner photographer Don West captures Black life

Don West is a seasoned photo journalist and consummate professional. His career began as a freelance photographer for United Press International and the Bay State Banner, for which he has been a critical contributor since the 1960s.

UMass Boston honors Charlie Titus

Former UMass Boston Vice Chancellor Charlie Titus was honored at the university for his many years of service to the school and the community.

Hundreds pay respects during Mel King’s funeral

Hundreds turned out Tuesday for the funeral of former state Rep. and civil rights leader Mel King at the Union United Methodist Church in the South End. Elected officials, including U.S. Sen. Ed Markey, Mayor Michelle Wu, Gov. Maura Healey and U.S. Rep. Ayanna Pressley gave remarks during the funeral.